For Hobbs (NM) standout Jeff Taylor Jr., life is pretty darn good right now. Fresh off a summer in which he dominated competition all over Europe, the 6-foot-6 wing looks to do the same this winter for the Hobbs Eagles.

Unlike a lot of recruits, Taylor understands the nature of the beast that is recruiting and is tolerating the insanity it entails.

Despite missing the AAU summer circuit, Taylor, who finished 2nd in scoring and 6th in rebounding at the European championships, relished the opportunity to represent his country.